A reference guide to the methods and techniques used in chemical analysis, aimed at laboratory scientists and technicians. First published in 1896, the book covers a wide range of topics, including the analysis of minerals, metals, and organic substances, as well as basic principles of laboratory safety and hygiene. A global standard in the field of analytical chemistry.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.